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Monday, January 14, 2013

Flu Vaccines Widely Available in Braintree From Town, Other Sources

As of last week, Braintree had 23 confirmed cases of the flu, up from two last year.

UPDATED: The Braintree Department of Health still has 84 flu vaccines available for free by appointment, and an urgent care center on Granite Street also reports being fully stocked with the drug. Last week, Braintree had 158 doses, Chief of Staff and Operations Peter Morin said. Since last fall, the town has provided 1,686 vaccines. Because of the town's surplus, there are no plans to order more vaccines, Morin said. Residents can call 781-794-8090 to schedule an appointment. "We're carefully monitoring it," he said. As of last week, Braintree had 23 confirmed cases of the flu, up from two last year. Doctor's Express, an urgent care center new to Braintree, reported Monday morning that it is fully stocked with vaccines. They are available…

Friday, December 14, 2012

The Season Is Here: Where to Get Flu Shots in Braintree

Here's where to get an influenza vaccine, how to recognize symptoms and what to know about treatment if you get sick.

Flu season is coming early in parts of the United States: This time last year, flu cases were lower in Massachusetts than they are now, according to data on Google's Flu Trends. (Braintree-specific data is not available on Flu Trends.) Overall in Massachusetts, activity is considered high now, while it was considered moderate at this time in 2011, according to Flu Trends. If you're considering getting a flu shot, here are some places in Braintree that offer the vaccine: CVS at 884 Washington St. Rite Aid More locations According to this week's CDC Flu activity report, influenza levels are on the increase across the country.  Five states – Texas, Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee – are reporting flu rates not normally seen until …

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